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Bede's wins BSA 'Supporting Excellence: Working with Vulnerable Children' Award
Bede’s School is delighted to have been recognised once again by The Boarding Schools’ Association (BSA), this year for its work with vulnerable children.
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Welcome to Bede's Prep School
Bede's Prep is an independent, co-educational school located by the sea in Eastbourne, East Sussex.
We are a school that enriches young people so that they may become confident members of their communities.
We believe in providing children with rich learning opportunities that stimulate and broaden their knowledge, skills and understanding, engaging them in practical experiences which bring learning to life.
Bede's Heroes
Toby
I joined Bede’s Prep last year. It’s really nice here, and everyone’s very friendly. It feels like I’ve been here for ages.
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Choosing a school can be incredibly tough. If you are looking for preparatory schools in Sussex, consider Bede's. Our school provides a caring environment where children are encouraged to be creative, curious and confident.
We are members of The Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS), offering day and boarding places for pupils between the ages of 4 and 13. Our students are valued as individuals and enjoy a broad range of opportunity to suit their interests and talents.
Prep School News
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Upper Sixth Return to Bede's Prep
This week, a group of Upper Sixth pupils were able to take some time away from their revision to return to Bede’s Prep School, where they took a trip down memory lane.
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Bede's becomes an accredited Real Living Wage Employer
Currently the only boarding school in Wealden to be signed up by the Living Wage Foundation, St Bede’s School Trust is committed to paying employees salaries which reflect the actual cost of living, rather than just the Government’s minimum hourly rates.
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Orchestral Day 2023
Musicians at Bede's and around 70 musicians from various prep schools enjoyed a fantastic and enjoyable orchestral day at the Senior School on Tuesday 7 February.
Bede's Facts
Continue The Journey
Nursery
Discovering the unique abilities, needs and characteristics that make each child special.
Senior
Fostering a community of discovery which encourages every individual to develop their passions and achieve their potential.
Sixth Form
Championing choice at every turn, imbuing each Bedian with the confidence to excel at those things they value most.